Parent and Student Notices

Conveyance Allowance

Parents who wish to apply for a Conveyance Allowance for students travelling by public transport, private car or a combination of the two, need to return completed forms to the Business Office before Friday, 6th March 2020 for Term 1, 2020. Conveyance Allowance Forms are available from the Business Office and enquiries regarding eligibility should be directed to Aleisha on 03 4408 5965.

Parking

A reminder to our School Community to please avoid parking in the Paul Sadler Swimland, Repco and High Street X-Ray carparks.  We thank you for your assistance in respecting our local business neighbours.

Safe Parking Around Schools

Parking and Animal Services from the City of Greater Bendigo have contacted our school and requested that the following information be conveyed to our school community.

The illegal parking of vehicles adjacent to our school poses a safety concern to children, pedestrians and other road users.  Parents are reminded that it is essential to comply with parking restrictions when dropping off and collecting children from school.

Motorists must not stop in no stopping areas, even briefly, with or without the motor running. They must not stop next to a continuous yellow edge line, on  nature strips, too close to school crossings, park over driveways or double park.  A number of schools have short term time restricted areas, such as 2 minute pick up / drop off. These parking areas are in place to allow for ease of access close to schools and these restrictions must be adhered to.  Drivers should also be aware that they cannot perform a U-turn over an unbroken or continuous dividing line.

With regard to children’s crossings, the law requires that a driver approaching a children’s crossing must drive at a speed at which the driver can, if necessary, stop safely before the crossing.  Please slow down and take extra care when driving in school zones.

City of Greater Bendigo Parking Officers and Bendigo Police do conduct random patrols throughout the school year at various locations to ensure that motorists are adhering to the Road Rules.

Educational and Psychological Services

Our School’s Pastoral Care system includes my specialised & confidential services that includes counselling, learning & ability assessments for students in both Junior & Senior School.

At the beginning of a School year, some students experience significant change that may trigger a range of social emotional challenges including stress, self- doubt, separation, anxiety, depression or anger. Should you be noticing any concerning changes of symptomology, or require further information on how my service could advance their adjustment strategies or behaviours, please email me directly on johnpease@girton.vic.edu.au or on 0419108460.  Early Psychological intervention can pay huge dividends for well- being and assist the development of student self- regulation strategies.

 Appointments may be arranged by contacting Mrs Lorraine Ellis (Mon-Wed) on 44085937, or Mrs Rebecca Doherty & Mrs Amy Hayes (Thurs- Fri) 0n 4408 5961.

John Pease, Registered Psychologist, M.A.P.S.